Job Description
Job Description
Center Administrator (Digestive Endoscopy Center)
Dayton, Ohio
(Will oversee 3 Onsite Locations)
Company Overview: AMSURG is an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center services, operating a network of more than 250 surgery centers nationwide. In partnership with physicians and health systems, the organization delivers high-quality care for patients across a diverse spectrum of medical specialties, including gastroenterology, ophthalmology and orthopedics. To learn more about our center please go to https://digestiveendoscopycenters.com/
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Center Administrator works collaboratively with center leadership on the supervision and direction of nursing care patient scheduling, according to center policies, procedures and objectives.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
- Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited College/University (Master’s Degree preferred)
- At least (5) years of healthcare-management experience
- At least 2–3-year experience in an ASC
- RN License is Preferred.
- CPR certification and ACLS certification
- Ability to multi – task effectively and efficiently
- Recognizes and defines problems, collects data, established facts, draws valid conclusions, and corrects errors
- Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions, and professionally interact verbally and/or in writing with others
- Computer literacy
Communication:
- Works collaboratively with center leadership on the supervision and direction of nursing care and patient scheduling, according to center policies, procedures and objectives
• Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions, and professionally interact with managers, employees, clients, vendors, the general public, and physicians
Patient Care:
- Analyzes and evaluates nursing care to improve quality of care given
• Coordinates patient-care activities with surgeons and anesthesia providers to provide continuity of patient care
• Assists Center staff in identifying and solving problems
• Participates in primary care of patients as needed and oversees clinical areas to verify that patient needs are met
• Enforces nursing practice standards and licensing/accreditation rules and regulations to provide quality patient care
• Work collaboratively with scheduling personnel to coordinate procedure scheduling
• Serves as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to promote quality patient care
• Recommends revision of patient-care policies and procedures as necessary to conform to accepted principles and practices
• Responds to emergency situations and maintains competency
• Oversees all nursing activities during emergencies to ensure patient needs are met
• Manages optimal patient and staff flow to prevent opportunities for healthcare acquired and surgical site infections
• Analyzes clinical documentation to ensure Center’s policies/procedures are followed
• Supports and directs services provided based on policies and procedures, accreditation, and regulatory requirements
• Observes universal precautions and infection control practices
Staffing:
- Monitors FTE utilization and makes recommendations to promote cost-effective scheduling practices
• Assists with comprehensive and informative orientation programs for new clinical employees
• Recommends continuing education opportunities for clinical staff to Center Leader. Assists in providing education as requested
• Shares knowledge gained in continuing education with staff
• Prepares clinical staffing schedules in accordance with vacations, holidays, daily personnel assignments and duties according to experience and skill level to provide quality patient care; reviews and adjusts assignments as needed based on daily activity
• Ensure staff are cross-trained (as appropriate) to provide a productive and efficient work environment across all clinical areas. Reviews daily time and attendance sheets and maintains attendance logs (as required)
• Observes and evaluates the performance of all clinical personnel and works to continuously improve the quality of care and services
• Works with Center Leader to evaluate suggestions, grievances, and processes to identify opportunities to improve performance and quality of care
• Interprets and enforces established Center policies and procedures
Safety:
- Promotes adherence to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities.
• Works with Center Leader to implement best practices and regulations adopted, to ensure safety in the workplace
• Monitor the Center’s clinical environment and initiate methods for maintaining safety, comfort, cleanliness, and efficiencies
• Oversees the care, cleaning, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and required maintenance of instruments, supplies, and equipment to maintain proper working conditions
• Identifies and evaluates need for items relative to trends, center personnel requests, and positive patient outcomes. Reports deficiencies to Center Leader
• Able to identify and report deficiencies in services of contracted providers (e.g., pathology, radiology, housekeeping) to Center Leader
• Works with the Safety Officer to resolve observed or suspected safety violations and hazards to ensure policy/procedure compliance
• Submit information to licensed (as state required) healthcare risk manager, for preparation of risk management reports
• Ensures OSHA requirements are met by healthcare team and necessary supplies are readily available
Financial and Materials Management:
- Promotes cost containment and efficient use of center resources
• Analyzes clinical areas and makes recommendations on purchasing equipment and supplies to provide optimum patient care within budget allowances
• Assists in the development and implementation of capital and operating budgets (as required)
General:
- Actively participates in center committees, meetings, in-services, and activities
• Shares input regarding short and long-term goals
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Employment at AMSURG: Living Our Values Every Day
At AMSURG, our values define who we are and how we serve our patients, partners, and each other. As a national leader in ambulatory surgery, we are committed to a culture of excellence, integrity, teamwork and caring deeply. Our values guide every decision, ensuring we continue to elevate healthcare and provide the highest quality care.
These guiding principles are the foundation of our culture and a guide to how we collaborate, innovate, and make a difference every day.
- Care Deeply for those around us.
- Cultivate Integrity to build trust.
- Champion Excellence for continuous improvement
- Celebrate Teamwork every step to the way.
Benefits:
To ensure we retain and invest in great people, AMSURG provides its employees with the benefits, recognition, training, and opportunities needed for professional growth. Our wide range of health and welfare benefits allow you to choose the right coverage for you and your family. AMSURG offers a variety of health and welfare benefit options to help protect your health and promote your wellbeing. Benefits offered include but are not limited to: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Limited Healthcare FSA, FSAs for Transportation and Parking & HSAs, and a matching 401(K) Plan.
Paid Time Off:
The Center recognizes that employees have diverse needs for time off from work and the Center has established this Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to meet those needs. The PTO policy is inclusive and combines vacation time and sick leave into one benefit.
The Center observes the following paid holidays:
• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
Full-time and regular part-time employees may be eligible to receive pay for the holidays listed above. When holidays occur, full-time and part-time employees will be paid 8 hours for the holiday.
EOE Statement:
AMSURG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (40 or older), race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: careers@. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.